CNC Machinist

Job Overview

The Machine Operator produce machined parts by programming, setting up and operating at least one of the machines of the following group: CNC, sheet laser, tube laser, robots, plasma, sheer, brake press or other machinery my maintaining quality and safety standards.

• One year of machine operation experience required
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Knowledge of general N/C and other machine protocol and manufacturing methods
• Ability to read blueprints, work instructions, schematics and read a tape measure
• Ability to program and select programs on N/C machines, tube and sheet laser, tube benders, robots, plasma and other machinery.
• Ability to produce parts and components from drawing and other specifications
• Ability to use tools safely and effectively
• Ability to handle production raw materials
• Skilled in using tools and equipment
• Skilled in following directions
• Must have communication skills appropriate for the job
• Ability to read, following written and verbal instructions
• Forklift Certification a plus

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, locations of surfaces and machining parameters.  Must have an understanding of principals of tolerances.
• Produce machined parts by programming, setting up and operating at least one of the machines of the following group: CNC, sheet laser, tube laser, robots, plasma, sheer, brake press or other machinery my maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Keep accurate records in E10 and other areas.
• Maintain equipment and supplies.
• Knowledge of cutting tool feeds, speeds and tool life.
• Set-up and program prove-outs and optimizing programs for simple parts.
• Program mills, plasma, sheet and tube lasers, CNC, plasma, robots and enter instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math.
• Value self-leadership by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications
• Ability to troubleshoot and identify the root-cause of a quality related issue in a systematic fashion.
• Ability to program machines to produce simple parts meeting print specifications.
• Be willing to teach co-workers whether formal and informal training.
• Make recommendations on fixtures that increase productivity, repeatability or quality of parts produced.
• Maintain specifications by observing machine operations, troubleshooting processes and adjusting and reprogramming controls.
• Change fixtures out as necessary on the machines.
• Read and understand blueprints and other shop specifications/drawings.
• Load and unload material and set up machines for standard and for special production runs.
• Accurately use micrometers, calipers, gauges and other measuring devices.
• Promote ESAPCO and build a positive team environment with co-workers.
• Clean and maintain area and floor space containing the machines.
• Adhere to all safety and OSHA regulations.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.